Tesla Model S performance 2020

Starting price: €96,990

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Ownership summary

Verdict:

Tesla Model S performance 2020 works best as an AWD electric sedan for drivers who want stronger acceleration alongside usable EV range. For ownership planning, the key range numbers are not only 639 km official, but also about 574 km mixed and 436 km in cold highway driving.

In daily use, home charging takes about 6 h 45 min from 0-100%; on trips, the 10-80% DC estimate is about 33 min (est.), which should make highway stops manageable. The practical side is documented with 5 seats, 793-1645 L cargo and 8 years / 240,000 km battery warranty. The main caveat is that cold highway range is much lower than the mixed-weather estimate. Range confidence is high and the tracked ownership specs are complete.

Best fit
Daily drivingRoad tripsHome chargingFamily use

Main caveatCold highway range is much lower than the mixed-weather estimate.

Range reality

Official WLTP range
639 km
BEVDB mixed estimate
574 km
Cold highway estimate
436 km
Official vs BEVDB gap
-65 km / -10%

Charging reality

Home charging
0-100% 6 h 45 min
Fast charging
10-80% 33 min (est.)
10-80% range added
404 km Based on BEVDB combined consumption

Practical ownership

Seats
5
Cargo
793-1645 L
Battery warranty
8 years / 240,000 km

Data quality

Range confidence
High
Specs completeness
Complete
Estimate basis
WLTP data + BEVDB model
Missing key data
None of the tracked key fields
City - Mild Weather743 km
City - Cold Weather507 km
Highway - Mild Weather533 km
Highway - Cold Weather436 km

Estimates of actual range. The values given here are BEVDB estimates calculated from WLTP data and usable battery capacity, based on the BEVDB model. The BEVDB real-range card uses four fixed reference scenarios: City (Mild), Highway (Mild), City (Cold), and Highway (Cold). Mild means +20°C (70°F) without intensive climate-control use; cold means -10°C (14°F) with cabin heating. City speed is 50 km/h (30 mph), and highway speed is 110 km/h (70 mph). These figures are not official test results. Actual range will vary depending on speed, temperature, road conditions, road profile, load, tires, and driving style.

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Nominal Capacity103 kWh
Usable Capacity98 kWh
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Architecture400 V
Warranty Period8 years
Warranty Mileage240000 km
Cathode MaterialNCA

Source: Manufacturer

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Home / Destination

Charging TypeType 2Type 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power16.5 kW
Charge Time AC (0-100%)6 h 45 min
Charge Speed (mild)90 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)70 km/h

Fast Charging

Fast Charging PortCCS Combo 2CCS Combo 2 icon
Port LocationRear Left
Charge Power (max)250 kW
Charge Power (10-80%)125 kW
Charge Time DC (10-80%)33 min
Charge Speed (mild)790 km/h
Charge Speed (cold)610 km/h
Autocharge SupportedYes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge SupportedNo
Supported Protocol-

Preconditioning

Preconditioning PossibleYes
Automatically using NavigationYes
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Home / destination charging — 0–100%

AC full charge: fastest ~6h 45m
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
Wall plug · 230V / 10A2.3 kW48h 25m13 km/h
1-phase 16A · 230V / 16A3.7 kW30h 5m21 km/h
1-phase 32A · 230V / 32A7.4 kW15h 5m41 km/h
3-phase 16A · 400V / 3x16A11 kW10h 5m61 km/h
3-phase 32A · 400V / 3x32A16.5 kW6h 45m92 km/hLimited by vehicle

Fast charging — 10–80%

Fastest DC 10–80%: ~33 min
Charging optionPower usedApprox. timeRange per hourNotes
CCS 50 kWCCS connector50 kW avg.1h 20m317 km/h
CCS 150 kWCCS connector125 kW avg.33 min791 km/hLimited by charger
CCS 350 kWCCS connector125 kW avg.33 min791 km/hLimited by vehicle

Estimated charging times are based on usable battery capacity, charging power and vehicle charging limits. Peak DC power is usually reached only briefly; average 10–80% power is more useful for estimating real charging time. Actual charging speed can vary by charger output, battery temperature, state of charge, weather, software and battery condition.

Acceleration2.6 sec (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed261 km/h
Total Power580 kW (789 PS)
Total Torque1140 Nm
DriveAWD
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
Exterior Outlet(s)-
Interior Outlet(s)-

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2H via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
V2G via DC SupportedNo
Max. Output Power-
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BEVDB model

Combined real range (estimate)574 km
Combined Energy Use (estimate)17 kWh/100 km

BEVDB estimates use WLTP-rated (or derived; falls back to NEDC when WLTP is missing) consumption and usable battery capacity to model city/highway ranges; the combined value is a weighted mix of city/highway and mild/cold scenarios. See the methodology and data sources for inputs, official source boundaries, fallback rules, and versioning.

WLTP Ratings (best case)

Range639 km
Rated Consumption15.3 kWh/100 km

WLTP Ratings (worst case)

Range639 km
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Safety Rating5/5
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Rating Year2019
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist94%

Source: Euro NCAP

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Length4970 mm
Width1964 mm
Width with Mirrors2187 mm
Height1445 mm
Wheelbase2960 mm
Weight Unladen (EU)2100 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)2600 kg
Max. Payload500 kg
Cargo Volume793 L
Cargo Volume Max1645 L
Cargo Volume Frunk150 L
Roof Load75 kg
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked750 kg
Towing Weight Braked1600 kg
Vertical Load Max75 kg
Have questions about Dimensions and Weight?
Price€96,990
Seats5
IsofixYes, 2 seats
Turning Circle12.4 m
PlatformTESLA S/X
EV Dedicated PlatformYes
Car BodySedan
Roof RailsNo
Heat PumpYes
HP Standard EquipmentYes

Reminder: Range and energy consumption figures are estimates. Actual results may vary depending on weather, driving style, terrain, and other conditions. Review the BEVDB methodology for estimate boundaries and source labels. If this model page looks wrong, use Contact and include this page URL plus an official source link when possible.